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News Topical, Digital Desk : Veteran singer Connie Francis, famous for popular hit songs like 'Stupid Cupid', 'Pretty Little Baby' and 'Mama', has passed away. She was 87 years old. Her close friend Ron Roberts confirmed her death by sharing this sad news on Facebook on July 16.
A close friend gave information
Francis' friend and president of the singer's label Concetta Records, Ron Roberts, said in an official statement, “It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that I inform you of the passing of my dear friend Connie Francis last night. I know Connie would agree that her fans were among the first to learn this sad news. More details will be provided later.”
What was wrong with Connie Francis?
The singer had some health issues after which she was admitted to the hospital. Earlier this month, Connie informed her followers that she was in a lot of pain for which she was undergoing some tests. The actress said that this could be due to the hip treatment she had undergone earlier. However, the real cause of her death is not yet known.
Let us tell you that Connie Francis was one of the biggest pop icons in the 1950s and 1960s. She was also the first solo female artist to top the Billboard Hot 100.
Other popular songs by Connie Francis
After signing with MGM Records in 1955, Francis struggled initially, but her breakthrough hit in 1958, "Who's Sorry Now?", made her an overnight star. Her other popular songs include 'Stupid Cupid', 'Lipstick on Your Collar', and 'Where the Boys Are'.
Six decades after the popular track 'Pretty Little Baby' was recorded, the song became popular again on social media and within no time, it became one of the most used songs for posts and videos on TikTok and Instagram.
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